Inside the Markets
Gold
Description
Gold is a precious metal that has historically functioned as money, a store of value, and a hedge against monetary instability. In modern markets, it responds primarily to real interest rates, USD dynamics, inflation expectations, and systemic risk.
Key drivers
Gold tends to perform well when real interest rates are falling or negative.
Gold is inversely correlated with the US dollar.
Gold demand increases during periods of geopolitical tension and crisis.
Market regime behavior
Gold typically outperforms during recessionary and risk-off regimes.
Market impacts
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Key risks
The list of risks is not exhaustive and highlights the most material structural and market-related factors.
Portfolio role & behavior
Economic role
Behavior
Market forms
Vehicles
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